Blue Flax
Linum perenne
HOW TO GROW BLUE FLAX
Direct sow in autumn or 4 to 6 weeks before last frost. Does not transplant well, start in final plant location. Blooms the second year after growing from seed. Soil pH 6.1-7.8. Hardiness zones 4-9. Perennial.
Usual seed life 3–5 years.
Planting Depth 1/8”
Soil Temp. Germ. 65-70˚F
Days to Germ. 20-25
Plant Spacing 12-15”
Row Spacing 24-36”
Full Sun, Moist Well Drained
Usual seed life 3–5 years.
Planting Depth 1/8”
Soil Temp. Germ. 65-70˚F
Days to Germ. 20-25
Plant Spacing 12-15”
Row Spacing 24-36”
Full Sun, Moist Well Drained
- 200 Seeds$4.10
- 2000 Seeds$14.50
Delicate sky blue flowers with blue green foliage native to England and European Alps. Drought tolerant. Also known as wild flax or perennial flax. Seeds should be cooked before eaten, raw seed contains cyanide and should not be eaten. Tags: Harvest: June-July, Color: Blue, Specialty: Deer Resistant,Specialty: Droug...
Delicate sky blue flowers with blue green foliage native to England and European Alps. Drought tolerant. Also known as wild flax or perennial flax. Seeds should be cooked before eaten, raw seed contains cyanide and should not be eaten. Tags: Harvest: June-July, Color: Blue, Specialty: Deer Resistant,Specialty: Drought Tolerant, Certification: Organic.
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